open ❥ inaba birthday post 2024

[dereban]

This is an open post for Inaba Himeko from the Kokoro Connect series of light novels. Feel free to ask her from any canon point, AU, or CRAU. But this is especially for ✨BIRTHDAY BULLSHIT✨ (early post as like, i am working on the day of her Actual Birthday) but y'know. doesn't actually have to be birthday-related. but........i would be happy if it were? please spoil my girl, For those who don't know Inaba: she's generally someone who acts cold, even blunt to other people, largely because she has a bunch of trust issues. When she gets close to people she tends to care about them so much that she's willing to throw away her emotions so that she can keep the people she cares about as her friends. She's extremely analytical, a computer nerd in not-so-secret (she builds computers! she's a bit of a programmer!!) and things like that. Anyway, since this is a birthday post for her, I would definitely like to focus on that aspect of things. Give her presents, feed her thirst, things like that. Of course, presents can be Of The Fucked Up Variety (i.e: "what if I gave Himeko a thing where if she opens it she gets put under someone else's control) but look, I'm also a thirsty bitch so don't judge me about it. Okay? Okay. Regarding any shipping stuff, she works best with characters who are selfless dumbasses, protagonist-types, characters who contrast her - she's a dark person, so someone who is lighter/genki, and people who Constantly Wear Proverbial Masks. Honestly, if you're unsure if your character would work with her: let's talk shop. prompt ideas: Surprise birthday party! Birthday sex...... Like above, Presents of The Putting Her Under Someone Else's Control Variety (but honestly all hypno is good, so the Reverse Is Fine Too) Super Fluff Meme Soulmate AU Reincarnated Lovers (i love timeloops and samsaras especially for this) And, if you need it: kink list. Also non-birthday ideas are welcome too tbh. If you want. Feel free to message me via plurk (@tsundereban.plurk) or tsunderebans (Discord) if you wanna plan something specific.

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as discussed!

[sombrer]

[In the early evening, once she's certain to be home for a while but not settling in for the night, Inaba will receive a text from a familiar name:]

Focalors: Hellooooo my darling Inaban~
Focalors: I've been paying close attention, and it seems today is a special day for you, isn't it?
Focalors: I've prepared something special, just for you!

[After that last text, a photo is sent: Furina spread out on her bed, skin lit by the warm glow of what must be several candles set just off-screen. She's wearing the lingerie she knows now are Inaba's favorite, and the hand not holding her phone is resting low on her abdomen, fingertips dipping just below the waistband.]

[dereban]

Inaban: What are you planning...?
Inaban: I feel like I'm being teased, honestly.

[sombrer]

Focalors: I think my plans are fairly obvious
Focalors: Why don't you come over and see for yourself?

Focalors: Hmm
Focalors: Don't you LIKE being teased, though?

[dereban]

Inaban: So you're saying you're going to be mean to me on a day like this?
Inaban: I'll head over.

[sombrer]

Focalors: Oh wow!
Focalors: You just told on yourself a bit there, didn't you?

[She'll let that message chain end there - after all, she and Inaba don't live too far away. She has to make sure everything's ready!

So when Inaba arrives at Furina's apartment, she'll find a little sticky note on the door, with just "It's open~!" on it and a little heart. Should she open the front door, she'll notice the light, first; just as it had been in the photo Furina had sent her, there are several candles dotted along her living room and the hallway leading to her bedroom. Most of them are the small, electric kind, but there are a few real candles scattered around as well, tinging the air with the light, floral scent that Furina likes so much. There's another scent in the air, too - the scent of something freshly baked.

But Furina's not puttering around the kitchen. She's not there to greet Inaba, either. That leaves only one other place she can be - and once Inaba follows the trail to Furina's bedroom, she'll see a mirror of the photo gifted to her; Furina stretched out on her bed (thankfully not covered in roses, Furina had thought about it but that would make far too much of a sticky mess), one arm tucked under her head while the other pauses in idly tracing patterns along her stomach.

She smiles as Inaba enters her room, and winks.]

I see my offer was too tempting for you to resist.

[dereban]

That wasn't what I meant!

[ She huffs now that she's found herself here in her room. Inaba didn't bother wearing anything fancy; instead just keeping her dark black sweater and jeans on. ]

But I won't deny that I did want to come over.

[sombrer]

Hm, If you say so.

[Even as she says that, Furina smiles.]

But you know, I'm not blind! I take my job very seriously, of course, so I have to know just what my favorites like. Don't think I haven't noticed how you blush during some of our sessions. Even if that's not what you meant, I know it still excited you.

[In one fluid motion, Furina rolls off the bed and to her feet, stepping across the short distance to her door until she stops right in front of Inaba. She reaches out, placing her hands on the other girl's shoulders, and just... lets them rest there for a moment.]

Well? What do you think of your gift?

[dereban]

I'm not denying that.

[ She answers Furina with a bit of a sigh, hands rested on her hips as she properly lets all of this... sink in. ]

It's not bad, but it certainly can be better, don't you think?

[sombrer]

Hmm. I like your honesty, I~na~ba~

[One might expect it of Furina, as the Archon of Justice. But she's long since left that title behind - now she's just happy that she has friends that appreciate her enough to be honest around her. It's why she likes spoiling Inaba like this, outside of her streams.

... There might be something deeper behind how much she likes doing this with Inaba specifically, but. If Inaba's taking this as something casual, Furina won't poke too much at those feelings.]

Oh, I certainly have more than just this planned. When have you ever known me to go halfway on a show?

[She winks, leaning in like she's about to kiss Inaba - but only leaves a brief peck on her nose before grabbing her by the collar of her shirt and playfully dragging her towards one of the comfy chairs she has set up in the corner of her room, usually for her vids or streams.]

Now, come! [Hehehe-] The night's only just started, and I want it to be a good one for you!

[dereban]

You were never the kind of person that does things halfway.

[ Inaba answers with a huff before she finds herself dragged towards a chair, to which she promptly sits. ]

Well? What are you planning? Or am I just going to be left to deal with constant surprises...?

[sombrer]

And that's why I'm your favorite, right?

[Ah, she's so cute to tease... how can Furina not dig in a little?

As Inaba settles into the chair, Furina follows, settling into the other girl's lap. She isn't quite grinding just yet, but she does press down against Inaba's thighs as she hums.]

Well, first - I'm going to give you a choice. We've been doing this for a while now, but I know there's a lot bubbling in that pretty head of yours. [For emphasis, she gives Inaba a quick kiss on her forehead.] Before I put my plans into effect, tell me... is there aaaaanything you want to do to me that we haven't done yet?

[Her fingers sneak up under the hem of Inaba's shirt, not lifting it just yet, but to simply press the tips against the skin right below.]

Birthday or not, this is a place free from judgement! If you've got any deep, dark fantasies hiding in the back of your mind, now's your chance to let them out!

[dereban]

I never said that.

[ Her dark eyes glance away with a huff, before pouting. ]

It's... nothing really complex. But it's a bit embarrassing.

[urbex]

[ OOC: Replying to this here because I'm shy. Going with all 1, 3, and 9. Smut isn't necessary either, especially if you want this to be their first meeting. ]

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[ One thing about getting in trouble with gangsters, sometimes they chase you. There's been reports of biker gangs stirring up chaos in their otherwise peaceful little city. Frustrated youths needing to vent their anger on the world, and now there's this weirdo going around hopping on rooftops and beating them up? That escalated things to a point where they trapped Shoji and chased him. Without his ability to climb on walls and jumping off rooftops, he would have been toast by now, but his unusual hobby for parkour has bought him some time.

While he's ahead of his pursuer, Shoji makes it to an apartment building's rooftop. Scaling down to the street was his idea, but now he's hanging on the edge of a balcony above the one in Inaba's room. So now, while Inaba is probably enjoying her alone time in the comfort of her home, there's this teenage boy dangling from the balcony, screaming a plea: ]

OPEN THE WINDOW, PLEASE!

[ His wrist seem stuck on something, a rope, to which his forearm slipped a little. It will be a pretty nasty fall from here and having only one free hand would make it tough to cling on to something else to prevent it. He looks over his shoulder while he's hanging for dear life, he can hear the roaring engines of the biker gang coming. ]

NOW WOULD BE NICE...?!

[ Wait is that the Inaba girl from his class? Well shit. ]

[dereban]

[ Inaba may have been distracted, but she's most definitely not deaf.

And that's enough for her to scurry from the bed - adjusting herself to look presentable enough before she rushes over to the balcony window, opening it with a clear frown and her arms crossed over her chest. ]

What the hell are you doing on my balcony, huh?

Demon AU

[spacialeyes]

[It’s been a while since they started dating. Yuu Toh is still hardly a normal partner, but he’s learned enough about humans to understand some things.

Like birthdays.

And now he’s waiting for her outside of the school gates on her birthday. To everyone else, his horns and tail are invisible… but Inaba probably sees his tail wagging when he spots her.]

Ah… Inaba-san! Good afternoon!

[dereban]

You seem excited today...

[ Emphasis on the 'you' as she approaches him outside the school gates with a bit of exasperation, but it's fond. ]

[spacialeyes]

Yes..! Because.. Because..!

[It’s his time wishing someone a happy birthday, so Yuuto pauses to collect his composure. Which is a meaningless effort, as his enthusiasm carries him through his next sentence:]

Happy Birthday, Inaba-san! Are you free today?

[dereban]

Ah-

[...]

Oh, right, it's today, isn't it... [ Did she forget? ] I'm free for a little bit, but I think my parents have something planned for later tonight.

[spacialeyes]

Do human parents celebrate birthdays as well? How fascinating... Ah, but- Mmhm! That's fine. I just wanted to be with you... Is that alright?

[dereban]

Yeah. But it's not like, a huge deal or anything... I don't mind, though.

[spacialeyes]

It only happens once per year, right? That seems to make it quite special..? And also..? It was the day that you were born?

And I’m quite happy you were born, Inaba-san.

[dereban]

You're quite biased though, you know that? But - [ She tosses him a fond smile. ] thank you. Anyway, you didn't just come here to tell me 'happy birthday', right?

[spacialeyes]

Is it bad if I did..? Regrettably, I do not quite know what to do for a birthday beyond wish one happiness…

[Yuuto glances around, reminding himself that he’s come to pick her up from school. And at least publicly, they aren’t dating. He has to be careful about his words.]

… We could go somewhere?

[dereban]

Well - at long as I'm back before eight. Did you have a place in mind?

[spacialeyes]

[He begins twirling his longer strip of hair around his finger, nervous to voice his thoughts. Yuuto knows that he doesn’t understand humans and often messes up.]

… Um. I thought we could go for a drink and maybe walk around? They’re already putting up Christmas lights, so..?

[As a demon, he’s fascinated.]